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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1911
Page
7
In a homely verse, Walt Mason imagines vast benevolence if he had ten million bones to spare. He dreams of hotels for tramps and summer camps for town children while reflecting on a neighbor’s plea for aid to the struggling Quigler family, whom he dismisses as beyond help.
Rabbi Harry Lew, new leader of the wealthiest city synagogue, plans to bridge gaps with Orthodox peers and cooperate with churches. He rejects Zionism, cites Turkish politics, and will preach inaugural Sunday on The Function of the Synagogue as members welcome him.
Mildred Champagne discusses a 17 year old girl and a 21 year old suitor who kissed after a farewell. The adviser says kissing between "only friends" leads to lovers and stresses serious intent, growth together, and avoiding trivial or public indulgence in intimate acts.
A reader asks whether to invite a new admirer to her home to test if her feelings for her steady partner are real. The columnist advises a house test, warns that unresolved doubts after marriage bring more pain, and suggests choosing the stronger bond if the trial confirms lasting love.
A home style recipe notes beating egg whites stiff and folding in granulated sugar and crushed walnuts. The batter drops in small heaps on buttered pans and bakes slowly until lightly colored. Signed by Mrs Marcus Boutwell of 208 School Street Winter Hill.
Angela E asks for financial independence while living at home after six years with a Boston employer. She wants to keep 15 of 18 dollars weekly to fund room and board and asks if this is right. TRUE BLUE advises loyalty to husbands and urges reform of untrue wives.
A reader signs Clare condemns a stepmother's treatment of her husband’s child. The writer mocks the wife, suggests reform schools, and threatens violence, urging the parent to show compassion and guidance rather than cruelty. The tone is accusatory and accusatory, reflecting stark family tensions.
A letter from a young married woman describes loneliness in a quiet village of about 2000 residents. She mentions caring for a little girl, her husband’s work nearby, and a desire for social activities like dancing, asking if the recipient shares these interests.
A letter warns Galatea to abandon an illicit relationship and return to her husband and children. It claims the other man is unprincipled and selfish, dragging her name, harming the marriage, and hurting the children. The writer urges strength through family loyalty and to resist emotional temptation.
Elsie seeks input from Sewing Circle readers about learning linotype or monotype operation. She can run a typewriter and wonders if the work is difficult or heavy, asking sisters for information, tips, and opinions.
A reader named Louise asks the Sewing Circle for the meaning of finding a horseshoe with nails. She notes three nails and seeks interpretation of this luck sign from the column’s sisters.
A reader asks which method can darken hair that has faded after three months of wearing a new switch. She seeks practical guidance on restoring darker shade and asks for a sister’s advice.
A reader asks for information on lengthening eyelashes. The beauty seeker notes her lashes are short and reports limited improvement from sage leaves.
Walter T. Patten, motorman of the electric car on Broadway, Somerville, was held to the grand jury on a manslaughter charge for the death of Alfred J. Powell of 10 Mt Pleasant street. Patten testified he saw a man cross the street about 159 feet ahead, shut off power, and began to brake when the man hesitated.
Bridgewater reports a night watchman fired at a burglar fleeing from three break ins near the railroad station area. The Locke & Stevens bowling alley, C. W. Faxon store, and Owl Lunch Room were looted of cash and telephones.
Odol beyond toothpaste cleans the throat and breath by remaining active between teeth and in gum tissues. Unlike powders and pastes it does not evaporate or wash away, delivering lingering freshness from meal to meal with a few drops in water. GEO BORGFELDT & CO markets in Chicago New York and San Francisco.
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